Connect vale V4 to your bubbling or wash tank using pipe work or hose that is suitable for the temperature involved (around 55C). P. Length of BRAIDED 3/4 vinyl hose. Multiply by 10. Plans for building the Appleseed: there are many possible plumbing variations. Sorry to say "no" to answering questions, but a) I haven't had time to make a batch in about a year :( and b) there is lots of info on the web - search for Appleseed Biodiesel Processor. (accidental or intentional) of this kit. This would then overheat and ignite the oil in the tank and you could have a tank explosion. This centrifugal pump also allows your 3/4 hose become sight tube (so you know how high the oil level is when filling the processor). In other words, Alovert's. Alovert's processor is relatively cheap it bears an equipment cost of just $200 and can turn 30-100 gallons of vegetable oil into biodiesel in just a few hours. You understand that Methanol (Methyl-Alcohol), Sodium Hydroxide (Lye, NaOH), Thread these into the pump with TONS of thread tape or pipe dope- more than you would normally use. Make this clear rather than braided hose so you can see through it well. Thread starter trik396; Start date May 14, 2010; Status Not open for further replies. There's just one catch- they have to make them. Water heater strapping, or other earthquake strapping for attaching the processor to your wall studs. You will get arrested and get in a pile of trouble if you just take the oil. Bio-Diesel and Alternative Fuels. Potassium Hydroxide (Caustic Potash, KOH), and Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) are The diagram below shows the later design. This centrifugal pump also allows your 3/4" hose become sight tube (so you know how high the oil level is when filling the processor). Automotive mechanical temperature gauge (not 12V electrical type). If it hasnt, take great care to perform this operation in a well ventilated space and not to inhale any vapours being displaced from the container. You hereby accept full and sole responsibility for any potential harm to We also include extra bonus material to all of the photos we used to produce the plans, well over 250 high resolution pictures! Make it 112-1/3 degrees. T Automotive mechanical temperature gauge (not 12V electrical type). Current best practice avoids any possible pressurisation or vacuum of processors in favour of venting vapours to atmosphere in a safe manner. How to make Biodiesel. K. straight or 90 degree 1/2 inch threaded to 3/8 inch barbed nylon or brass fitting, and hose clamp by Biodiesel Community | Oct 14, 2017 . Thermostats will work at either voltage, (c) design 2003 Maria Alovert, published in Biodiesel Homebrew Guide, Nov 2003 edition. This level should be roughly 75% of the tank's capacity, allowing for the addition of 20% methoxide and a small ullage space. Here's the bare-bones original and a parts list, and several variations. This can also be done the night before or even earlier. Allow 90 minutes or more for this settling to happen. I use webbing strapping. It contains all pumps, wiring , barrels, heaters, hoses, chemicals, titration kit, gram scale, etc to make your own biodiesel.It contains at least $1700.00 worth of parts.Respond by email. The biodiesel homebrew supply stores sell some alternatives. S. 2 long pipe nipple- 2 Disconnect power from the water heater before opening its electrical panels! Bio Pro 190 Automated Biodiesel Processor - $5,000 (Ukiah,CA) Biodiesel Processor 190, Make your fuel for about 80 cents a gallon, this machine has everythingto get you started, including three 55 drums of alcohol. Hello everyone. You will see when all the glycerol has been drained, because the drained liquid will suddenly become much lighter in colour and runnier as the flow changes to biodiesel. The processor costs about $150 in plumbing and electrical, and about a day or less of work. and even show you how and where you'll be using each tool! BioDiesel & Alternative Fuels. Open V5 and V6, connect your oil supply, open V2 and either run the processor pump or operate the hand pump. Mark out volume measures on the side of your processor or pre-heating tank for the oil. PURCHASING REQUIREMENTS Jump to Latest Follow 21 - 27 of 27 Posts. Here's a protractor you can print out if you don't have one. This page was last modified on 30 July 2013, at 21:51. Do not use unreinforced nonbraided hose here. Find company research, competitor information, contact details & financial data for TCBUD SP Z O O of Gdask, pomorskie. Pre-filter and dry oil. B. If it is a two-heating element water heater you might also need to disable the upper element and thermostat- the upper element is usually above the level of the oil you are heating, and would burn out if heated without being covered by liquid. Cheers! The tank can be an ancient lime-crusted one scavenged from a dump, or can be bought new for about $200 more. It's now corrected and so is the parts list: Here's how I now build these, to wrap around the tank slightly (temperature gauge not shown), To the right and below are a couple of variations: separate sight tube and extra valves on each tube (I now consider these valves unnecessary). I purchase a 110V replacement element instead. The numbers should start at 100F or lower instead of 130F (the other option at these stores). N. Union (3/4 of course) Non-centrifugal pumps wont give you this feature, in which case you will need to instead add a tee and another tube as sight tube Give the sight tube a shutoff valve so you dont drain unreacted oil into your biodiesel when emptying the processor. It uses an old (or new if you feel like dropping the money) water heater. The numbers should start at 100F or lower instead of 130F (the other option at these stores). Where possible it is preferable to decant into a closed and vented vessel. All plumbing black iron threaded pipe if possible- galvanized is sometimes the only choice for some fittings but is not preferred due to zinc content): The modifications needed to an electric water heater are: Remove dip tube (?) You simply provide an electric Dip tubes are underneath any pipes or pipe nipples threaded into the heater. ******************* Biodiesel Essentials Class logistics: 10-5 each day, a bit longer than my usual workshops $120 10,153 views Apr 24, 2009 Filmed in conjunction with Zak Dowell at Appalachian St 16 Dislike Share Save RichmondTimeLapse. Apr 3, 2006 . Biodiesel Safety Video by Jon Van Gerpen, Idaho State University. It comes with all of the plumbing, fittings, pump, and hookups to get you up & running. What I'm offering is basically a complete biodiesel home-brewing rig, available now because I recently moved and I no longer have the This system has developed a huge following in the biodiesel community, and there are hundreds of homebrewers who have built or built and modified theirs. Respond by email. After draining off glycerol, the same mixing pump can transfer the biodiesel to a wash tank for a water wash to remove methanol and water-soluble impurities. 'This is my tutorial for using my Appleseed processor to make biodiesel.Biodiesel is a great way to go green, and cut your carbon footprint quite substantially, not to mention it's cheaper than diesel.Biodiesel will run in a diesel engine, I don't recommend trying it in a gas engine.The process for making biodiesel uses an oil, a catalyst, and an alcohol.In this case: Waste vegi oil (WVO . Thanks girl_mark!!! Make Your Own Biodiesel Processor - Instructables. person(s) or property that may result from the use or misuse (accidental or intentional) of this kit. Most fast food places burn their oil. With valve V6 still closed retaining the un-reacted oil in the sight tube, open valve V1. Appleseed Biodiesel Processor Kit Updated once a month. See other plans elsewhere in this book for more details on how this works. This table tells you about the status of each valve, the heater and pump at various stages of the process. Lowes is my preferred big box hardware for the plumbing. If you do not agree with these terms, do not purchase this kit. Parts List: This system has developed a huge following in the biodiesel community, and there are hundreds of homebrewers who have built or built and modified theirs. How about adding W. Texas to your next tour? Anyone interested in buying an unused appleseed kit that I bought from B100 supply a few years ago? In practice this usually means that the lower element will heat far too slowly on 110. The oft mentioned "Clear Water" pump model #1479 (The processing pump) that is specified in many of the Appleseed articles is currently on sale at Harbor Freight for $24.99. W. Pump: This is a 1 Clear Water Pump from Harbor Freight Tools or Northern Tool- $35 part number 1479. This type of Processor is called an appleseed processor. Ep. Open valve V4 and start the pump. The standpipe wash tank costs about $30 in plumbing to build. 46 | Microsoft VP Marcus Fontoura on Architecting Azure, the "World's Computer" 0:00 / 0:00. Avoid at all costs. Learn how to make a Biodiesel Processor. This oil can be returned to your oil storage. All plumbing 3/4 inch unless otherwise noted. The pump threads are straight thread rather than tapered American pipe thread, so they need extra help to prevent leaks. set of diagrams that breaks down every part on the processor as well as detailed wiring diagrams. One important point to note with the Appleseed processor is that it is based on a standard US water heater which is a pressurised vessel. I used it to make many batches of fuel for an old Mercedes and later an early model VW TDI. Ad id: 209207342647061; Views: 10; Price: $50.00. Please note that until recently I had an outdated diagram here which you may still find references to on the Web. Non-centrifugal pumps won't give you this feature, in which case you will need to instead add a tee and another tube as sight tube Give the sight tube a shutoff valve so you don't drain unreacted oil into your biodiesel when emptying the processor. 3/4 x 3/4 x 1/2 tee Alovert's processor is relatively cheap-it bears an equipment cost of just $200-and can turn 30-100 gallons of vegetable oil into biodiesel in just a few hours. Be aware of methanol vapour if draining into an open container. I was really surprised to see how long the water heater held the heat, it took over four hours to drop below 120, I guess having a new water heater helps. H2 1/2 swing check valve Fuelmeister cont'd. Appleseed vs. Fuelmeister. Close valve V2 completely now and wait a couple of minutes. Appleseed Biodiesel Processor - $850 (lynchburg) Complete Appleseed Biodiesel Processor Unit for sale. Open valves V1 and V5. An Appleseed is a cult word for a backyard biodiesel processor. D ball valves (3/4)- buy 5 of them (very cheap at Harbor Freight, more expensive elsewhere) The amount of fuel you can make will depend on the size tank you use. In addition, we ordered some conical bottomed plastic tanks to store the oil and also to wash the biodiesel. The basic design uses an electric water heater, some basic The Riverstones (TM) Biodiesel Processor is based off of an open source Appleseed Processor design created by Maria "Mark" Alovert . Proper plumbing to attach to water heater's pressure relief vent and direct any fumes outside if using a pressure relief. Here is the plumbing for my 'bells and whistles' variation, with the temperature gauge shown in original packaging. This system has developed a huge following in the biodiesel community, and there are hundreds of homebrewers who have built or built and modified theirs. We got a great deal, about $100 each, including stands, back stateside these tanks cost up to $300 not including stands. An HDPE carboy (white jug in photo) or other tank can become a passive small-scale methanol-catalyst mixer, and an inexpensive centrifugal pump (blue motor in photo) from Harbor Freight tools mixes the two liquids to enable the biodiesel reaction to take place. I use webbing strapping. Pump: This is a '1" Clear Water Pump from Harbor Freight Tools or Northern Tool- $35 part number 1479. It uses an old (or new if you feel like dropping the money) water heater. L. 3/4 Hose Barb (I use plastic grey PVC ones that are sometimes in irrigation departments for about 30 cents each) U. New posts Search forums. I followed these instructions to the T (but from your book) and made my first 25 gallon batch of Biodiesel today. Length of BRAIDED 3/4" vinyl hose. I bought one today. Cookies help us deliver our services. Temperature gauge numbers MUST start at 100F or lower, not 130F. This system has developed a huge following in the biodiesel community, and there are hundreds of homebrewers who have built or built and modified theirs. Prev. Home Depot is my last choice- their plumbing section is usually very disorganized and prices are high. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Send me an email at trik396@comcast.net I posted this. Substitute a pair of tees and some close nipples if you cant find one) As this design of processor has no de-watering facility, it is important to ensure your oil is free of water to reduce the likelihood of soap formation. Part of their plans include a commercial biodiesel production facility, employing 55 new engineering and plant operator personnel at an average wage of $48,838. Your temperature should remain at around 50-55C throughout the reaction. It contains all pumps, wiring , barrels, heaters, hoses, etc to make your own biodiesel. The cost is. It should be $15ish. Heat the oil to around 55C. The tank can be an ancient lime-crusted one scavenged from a dump, or can be bought new for about $200 more. All plumbing black iron threaded pipe if possible- galvanized is sometimes the only choice for some fittings but is not preferred due to zinc content: A. You will also probably also want to mount the water heater on a stand- I use two milk crates stacked together- and strap it to the wall studs for earthquake safety in earthquake country. Thread starter girl_mark; Start date Apr 3, 2006; G. girl_mark Veteran Member. this goes along with the Appleseed building instructions at. Here's the bare-bones original and a parts list, and several variations. Piedmont Biofuels Biodiesel Class September, 2004 straight or 90 degree 1/2 inch threaded to 3/8 inch barbed nylon or brass fitting, and hose clamp, 3/4" Hose Barb (I use plastic grey PVC ones that are sometimes in irrigation departments for about 30 cents each). J. Who's running one? I have a friend that is building Appleseed biodiesel processor for people wanting to make their own biodiesel. The design has, in many respects, been improved with processors like the GL processor which offer greater safety. Podcast; Latest (note: all plumbing 3/4 inch unless otherwise noted. Length of 3/8 vinyl tubing- 3 or 4 feet. Partially open V1. Biodiesel processor. The plans include a listing of all the supplies and tools needed to build this great biodiesel processor After the reaction period has elapsed, switch off the pump. . an old water heater tank can be adapted to make a safe and inexpensive biodiesel homebrewing apparatus. Multiple views during the same session are counted as one. Appleseed cont'd. Fuelmeister Biodiesel Processor. The Appleseed processor was a design devised by Maria Alovert AKA "Girl Mark" on US forums and, for many years, became the standard processor design in the US. They range from $6 at Lowes to $12 at some local stores I"ve patronized, and you'll need lots of them. It contains all pumps, wiring , barrels, heaters, hoses, chemicals, titration kit, gram scale, etc to make your own biodiesel.It contains at least $1700.00 worth of parts.Respond by email. In practice this usually means that the lower element will heat far too slowly on 110. As the methoxide is introduced very close to the pump, it is preferable to introduce it gradually and slowly by only partially opening valve V3, so the bulk of the flow through the pump is oil. Number of views to this page and its redirects. Avoid burnt oil, as this will not react to make biodiesel. The biodiesel will still contain a percentage of methanol and as the temperature is close to the boiling point, methanol fumes will be evolved. This Instructable will take you step-by-step through the process of making a BioDiesel processor. Be aware of methanol vapour if pumping into an open container. It is dangerous to run the heater if the oil level is too low because you may expose the heating element. VA > Biodiesel Processor - $50 (Dayton) Biodiesel Processor - $50 (Dayton) View larger image. . With valve V5 open, slightly close valve V1 to create a minor negative pressure at the pump suction. Theres an extremely simple standpipe design which requires no welding, which makes a nice minimal tank, theSean Parks Standpipe Wash Tank. Go. BIODIESEL PROCESSOR (BIO PRO PROCESSORS) -BIO PRO 190 (Up To 50 Gal) -BIO PRO 380 (Up To 100 Gal) -PRESSURIZED WATER KIT -BIO PRO INCOSEP -BIO PRO ACCESSORIES -BIO PRO CONVERSION KIT -BIO PRO GO/NO GO KIT -OXIDATIVE STABILIZER -PORTABLE FUEL CARTS -SPRING FLOW 250 -SPRING PRO T76 DRY WASH BIODIESEL HOSE -BIODIESEL FUEL LINE BIODIESEL TESTING (note: all plumbing 3/4 inch unless otherwise noted. You must run the pump whenever the heater is on, so that there is a steady flow of oil to cool the element. This can block your pipe work and jam the pump. Forums. Attach your glycerol collection container to valve V2. Make this clear rather than braided hose so you can see through it well. The kit is based off of the open source Appleseed Processor. Views by admins and bots are not counted. People have built variations which include heating, ways to use plastic barrels, and build-in mistwash heads (which only works for smaller batches). You simply provide an Now You Can BuildYour Very Own Biodiesel Processor! for any potential harm to person(s) or property that may result from the use or misuse The Appleseed processor was a design devised by Maria Alovert AKA "Girl Mark" on US forums and, for many years, became the standard processor design in the US. Please enable JavaScript to pass antispam protection!Here are the instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser http://www.enable-javascript.com.Antispam by CleanTalk. Heres the bare-bones original and a parts list, and several variations. Other processors / processes. If pumping into an open topped vessel, do so in a well ventilated space and avoid breathing any fumes evolved. The pump threads are straight thread rather than tapered American pipe thread, so they need extra help to prevent leaks. It just doesn't get simpler than this! Q 90degree elbows-2 Appleseed Biodiesel Processor - $850 (lynchburg) Complete Appleseed Biodiesel Processor Unit for sale. This is an Appleseed type processor made from a hot water heater. H 1/2 ball valve Thread starter argve; Start date Oct 2, 2005; Oct 2, 2005 #1 . https://www.appropedia.org/w/index.php?title=Appleseed_Biodiesel_Reactor&oldid=620758, ball valves (3/4")- buy 5 of them (very cheap at Harbor Freight, more expensive elsewhere), cross fitting (a sort of four-way tee, available at Lowes' but not at all other hardware stores. JavaScript is disabled. 1; 2; 2 of 2 Go to page. Allow the pump to run for around 90 to 120 minutes, which should be long enough for your reaction to reach its peak of conversion from oil to biodiesel. Once process temperature is reached turn off the heater. valves will bankrupt you on this project- shop around. The fabled conical bottomed tanks. Harbor Freight runs sales on their online or retail stores every few months- so pumps may end up costing about $25 and 3/4 ball valves can be $2 when on sale. I am not using this anymore. Crack open valve V3 to prevent high ratios of methoxide passing through the pump. It comes with all of the plumbing, fittings, pump, and hookups to get you up & running. 3 pipe nipple 2. test oil (titration and water tests) 3. start heating the oil 4. at the same time, measure lye or KOH and add to the carboys of methanol. Double check that your reactor is filled with the correct amount of oil and close valve V2. Divide the arc by the circumference and multiply by 360: 32.434 103.934 x 360 = 112.34 degrees. It uses the same principles and works the exact same way. It contains at $1700.00 worth of parts.Respond by email. I'm going to just start making Biodiesel. Biodiesel Safety Article from the Collaborative Biodiesel Tutorial Appleseed biodiesel processor for sale in Los Angeles, $500. Avoid at all costs. I sold my diesel car and truck so I don't need it any more. Dip tubes are underneath any pipes or pipe nipples threaded into the heater. Complete Appleseed Biodiesel Processor Unit for sale. lot's of . It should be $15ish. An HDPE carboy (white jug in photo) or other tank can become a passive small-scale methanol-catalyst mixer, and an inexpensive centrifugal pump (blue motor in photo) from Harbor Freight tools mixes the two liquids to enable the biodiesel reaction to take place. hot water heater and a stand to mount it to and you'll be making biodiesel in no time! Unless your processor pump is self priming, or you store your oil in an adjacent tank whose level is higher than your pump, you may have difficulty priming the pump to fill the reactor. I prefer the heavy-duty Sunpro one from Pep Boys over the other brands/stores. Now the processor is empty the oil retained in the sight tube can be drained by placing a small container under valve V2 and opening valves V6 and V2. Give it an initial shake 5. shake methoxide carboy every 20 minutes while oil heats. A 220V heating element operated at 110V will put out 1/4 the power output (watts). valves will bankrupt you on this project- shop around. Now you can draw in your pie-slice that you're going to cut out. MGBJ Enterprises, and any of it's employees or staff from any and all responsibility I usually disable the upper heating element and thermostat in a two-thermostat water heater processor- because the upper heating element will be above the level of the oil youre heating. In other words, Alovert's. Complete Appleseed Biodiesel Processor Unit for sale. A 220V heating element operated at 110V will put out 1/4 the power output (watts). Slide 13. Kit includes everything except a water heater and stand, Plans cover everything from start to finish. After a day of settling, the glycerol byproduct can be drained out fairly well- the tanks have a wine-bottle-bottom profile, with a drain at the 'pointed' edge, so separation of two liquids can be reasonably clean. F. Bushing: 3/4 by 1/2- buy 2 Home Depot is my last choice- their plumbing section is usually very disorganized and prices are high. They range from $6 at Lowes to $12 at some local stores Ive patronized, and youll need lots of them. . Biodiesel Best Practices Excellent guide from Penn State on producing Biodiesel safely. All plumbing 3/4 inch unless otherwise noted. '97 F350, Crew cab, 4x4, 120,000 miles, 4" dp straight through to tail pipe, rhino liner, backup lights, Tymar intake. This is the worst part of the operation- undoing any old piping. Do not use unreinforced nonbraided hose here. This page was last edited on 2 May 2022, at 23:41. To make it even simpler, we had a graphic designer professionally create a 10 page, high-quality easy to read Contents 1 Basic design 2 Operating procedure 2.1 State diagram 2.2 Step 1. The processor costs about $150 in plumbing and electrical, and about a day or less of work. The tank can be an ancient lime-crusted one scavenged from a dump, or can be bought new for about $200 more. Local stores like Ace or True Value can be cheap or can be very expensive for plumbing, at random. T. trik396. Its now corrected and so is the parts list: I purchase the valves at Harbor Freight Tools, where they cost considerably less than Home Depot and other places. This is an Appleseed type processor made . Additional Notes: All plumbing black iron threaded pipe if possible- galvanized is sometimes the only choice for some fittings but is not preferred due to zinc content): The modifications needed to an electric water heater are: Remove dip tube (?) This type of Processor is called an appleseed processor. The biodiesel homebrew supply stores sell some alternatives. I am not using this anymore. People have built variations which include heating, ways to use plastic barrels, and build-in mistwash heads (which only works for smaller batches). Get the latest business insights from Dun & Bradstreet. Close valve V6 for safety and because with this design of sight tube and valve arrangement, un-reacted oil will be trapped within the tube this valve should remain closed until processing is complete. Glycerol is denser than biodiesel so will drop to the bottom of the reaction vessel, carrying with it much of the soap which is formed as a by product, and any unused catalyst. Thermostats will work at either voltage. Joined Dec 25, 2003. Substitute a pair of tees and some close nipples if you cant' find one), Nylon or Brass 90degree thread-to-barb fitting: male thread end is 1/2" thread, hose barb end is 3/8" barb, plus hose clamp. Crack open valve V2 and slowly drain glycerol. Plans for building the Appleseed there are many possible plumbing variations. It contains all pumps, wiring , barrels, heaters, hoses, chemicals, titration kit, gram scale, etc to make your own biodiesel. This can be done in a separate tank - see step 3 of Processor - basic design - or a glycerol wash may help. The anticipated volume of the plant is 10,000 gallons of biodiesel per day - likely feedstock being biomass per this article at Florida Today. Valves V1 and V5 should be fully open. Heat some oil to the processing temperature (usually 55 deg C, 131 deg F), decant one litre into an accurate measuring flask, let it cool to room temperature and check the volume again. there are many possible plumbing variations. Prepare to replace this hose every few months as it deteriorates with heat and biodiesel. Be aware that methanol fumes my be emitted from the vent during the addition of methoxide. O 1 by 3/4 bushings- 2 . Now you need to know the angle of the cut-out sector so you can measure it off with a protractor. I prefer the heavy-duty Sunpro one from Pep Boys over the other brands/stores. After a day of settling, the glycerol byproduct can be drained out fairly well- the tanks have a wine-bottle-bottom profile, with a drain at the pointed edge, so separation of two liquids can be reasonably clean. from the top cold water inlet. 1" by 3/4" bushings- 2 . R. length of pipe nipple approx 12- 18 (purchase correct size after assembling everything else) Chapters 1, 2, 3 & 4 by Matthew Flansburg. State diagram: Green = valve open, pump running or heater on. The Appleseed Biodiesel Reactor. 2000 F350 SC 4X4 LB XLT 3.73LS DP-Tuner (Stock, 60Tow, 80Econo, 120 Race), ATS turbo housing W/Wicked Wheel, Banks BHA, DIY CCV re-rout, 203* T-stat, Sonnax/Tricum mod, DIY Tymar intake, Frantz Bypass Oil Filter, Autometer 4 Pillar Mount, Jeg's 4" Turbo Back Exhaust, SUVlights harness, Sylvania Silverstar 9007, 45 Gallon Excursion fuel tank, 26 gallon heated WVO tank, Lariat Wheels, BFG A/T 285/75/16's, Snugtop extra vision and Powered by Vegetable Oil!!! It looks like a formidable pump. V. Water heater strapping, or other earthquake strapping for attaching the processor to your wall studs. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, 99 & up 7.3L Power Stroke Engine & Drivetrain, 99 & up Upgrades and Aftermarket - 7.3L Engine, 7.3L IDI Diesels (Not Powerstrokes) 1988-1993, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. The kit comes with our popular step-by-step processor plans that have well over 175+ pictures to show you how to It is preferable that this container is sealed and has a vent to a safe area. I purchased this machine a few years agoand never used it. Piedmont Biofuels Biodiesel Class September, 2004.